K.A. Recruiting
Respiratory Therapist - NICU (RRT or CRT)
K.A. Recruiting - Lake Worth, Florida, United States
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Respiratory Therapist - NICU (RRT or CRT)
Location: Lake Worth, Florida
Schedule: Full-Time | 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM (Night Shift)
Department: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Bonus: Up to $25,000 Sign-On Bonus Available
Are you an experienced Respiratory Therapist with a passion for neonatal and critical care? Join our dedicated team in Lake Worth Beach, FL, where you'll work in a high-acuity NICU environment providing life-sustaining respiratory care to our most vulnerable patients-newborns and premature infants.
Position Overview As a NICU Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for delivering advanced respiratory care to neonates in a Level III or higher NICU setting. You'll collaborate closely with neonatologists, nurses, and other pediatric specialists during the night shift to support optimal outcomes for critically ill infants.
Key Responsibilities
Administer neonatal respiratory therapy, including CPAP, mechanical ventilation, surfactant administration, and aerosolized medications
Perform arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation
Monitor respiratory function and adjust ventilator settings based on clinical assessment
Maintain and operate neonatal respiratory equipment in accordance with hospital protocols
Respond to neonatal codes and assist with intubation and advanced airway management
Document therapy sessions, changes in patient condition, and progress toward care goals
Collaborate with the NICU care team to ensure individualized, family-centered care plans
Why Join Us?
Generous sign-on bonus (up to $25,000)
Specialized NICU training and professional development opportunities
Collaborative and supportive NICU team with a strong emphasis on patient safety and family support
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement options
Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility in a coastal South Florida location
Job Requirements
Qualifications and Requirements
Required Credentials
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from NBRC and valid Colorado RCP license (or eligibility)
Completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program (Associate's or Bachelor's degree)
Current BLS certification; ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred or to be obtained shortly after hire
Experience
Minimum 6 months clinical RT experience preferred (hospital setting encouraged) New graduates with strong clinical skills are welcome to apply
Are you an experienced Respiratory Therapist with a passion for neonatal and critical care? Join our dedicated team in Lake Worth Beach, FL, where you'll work in a high-acuity NICU environment providing life-sustaining respiratory care to our most vulnerable patients-newborns and premature infants.
Position Overview As a NICU Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for delivering advanced respiratory care to neonates in a Level III or higher NICU setting. You'll collaborate closely with neonatologists, nurses, and other pediatric specialists during the night shift to support optimal outcomes for critically ill infants.
Key Responsibilities
Administer neonatal respiratory therapy, including CPAP, mechanical ventilation, surfactant administration, and aerosolized medications
Perform arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation
Monitor respiratory function and adjust ventilator settings based on clinical assessment
Maintain and operate neonatal respiratory equipment in accordance with hospital protocols
Respond to neonatal codes and assist with intubation and advanced airway management
Document therapy sessions, changes in patient condition, and progress toward care goals
Collaborate with the NICU care team to ensure individualized, family-centered care plans
Why Join Us?
Generous sign-on bonus (up to $25,000)
Specialized NICU training and professional development opportunities
Collaborative and supportive NICU team with a strong emphasis on patient safety and family support
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement options
Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility in a coastal South Florida location
Job Requirements
Qualifications and Requirements
Required Credentials
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from NBRC and valid Colorado RCP license (or eligibility)
Completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program (Associate's or Bachelor's degree)
Current BLS certification; ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred or to be obtained shortly after hire
Experience
Minimum 6 months clinical RT experience preferred (hospital setting encouraged) New graduates with strong clinical skills are welcome to apply